Announcement of 2020-21 Student Representatives
In the recent Spring 2020 DEAC renewal of accreditation, the Student Ambassadors at Sessions played a significant role in representing the student body. However, the specific contribution of the Student Ambassadors program in shaping the institution, particularly in accreditation and new degree program development, remains unclear.
While student ambassadors typically serve as liaisons between the student body and the administration, providing feedback on student perspectives and assisting with communication, their involvement in institutional accreditation and academic program planning processes is not commonly documented. These tasks are usually handled by faculty, administrators, and dedicated academic committees.
Despite this, the Student Ambassadors at Sessions have made a noticeable impact. Their participation in the DEAC renewal process helped the institution pass its 5-year accreditation with flying colours. Moreover, their input was essential in shaping the institution's first Bachelor's Degree program in Graphic Design, which was released for enrollment into January classes this week.
The new Graphic Design program was designed with innovative features, such as customized educational plans, a focus on research and presentation, the inclusion of work experience and business preparation, and more. These elements were identified through student feedback, which is a critical part of the Student Ambassadors' role.
The Student Ambassadors are a group of volunteer students who donate their time, thoughts, and voices to institutional improvement initiatives. They meet online several times a year, discussing topics that align with institutional priorities. The institution's Student Ambassadors program has been in operation since 2010.
In summary, while the Student Ambassadors' impact on accreditation and new degree program development may be indirect, their role in providing student insight, assisting with communication, and supporting institutional events and outreach is undeniable. Their contribution to the success of the new Graphic Design program underscores their importance in institutional improvement initiatives at Sessions.
The Student Ambassadors at Sessions were instrumental in the development of the institution's first Bachelor's Degree program in Graphic Design, demonstrating their role in education-and-self-development and learning. Their input, gathered through student feedback, helped shape the innovative features of the new program, including customized educational plans and a focus on research and presentation.
In the DEAC renewal process, the Student Ambassadors played a pivotal role, their participation contributing to the institution passing its 5-year accreditation with flying colors, thus indicating their involvement in degree programs and graphic design education.
